Profile image

Rafaela B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients
Profile image

Rafaela B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $16 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Lifelong pet owner

I grew up with dogs and small animals, and I’ve cared for pets at every stage of life, including comforting a big dog scared of storms and giving medications to cranky senior animals. I have two cats and a 9-yr-old chinchilla with big personalities. I know pets are our family members, and I look forward to caring for yours!

Cat care experience

Profile image
Loving cat owner

Rafaela also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet parents
64% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Im very respectful and love detailed instructions. I’ve owned feisty, picky pets, so I’m happy to do whatever your animals need! I know it can be stressful having someone else come into your home and care for your pets, so I’ll take every measure to make sure you and your animals are comfortable

Ratings and reviews

5.0
stars
20 ratings
Laura A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 01, 2026

Rafaela was amazing. She sent daily pictures and was very responsible. I felt so safe leaving her to care for my dog, Louie!

Profile image
Jennifer L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Apr 29, 2026

Thank you for the pictures and note!

Profile image
Jennifer L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Mar 23, 2026

Thanks for the cute pics!

Profile image
Amy G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 04, 2026

This was my second time leaving my two cats in Rafaela's care, and I have no worries about them when she's watching them. They can be shy at times but they really seem to be comfortable with her. She sends great photos & updates, and communicates well. I highly recommend her!

Profile image
Profile image
Amy G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 17, 2025

Rafaela was amazing with my two cats. They are anxious (like me) and they were comfortable with her immediately (rolled on their backs for belly rubs) which made me comfortable. She sent great photos and updates, communicated thoroughly, and I felt confident that the cats were well taken care of. When we met to exchange keys, she asked thorough questions and made sure she was prepared with all instructions. Rafaela is really kind, has a gentle energy with pets, and definitely understands how much humans cherish their animal companions. If I need a petsitter in the future, I'm definitely contacting her again. Highly recommend!

Profile image
Profile image
JaEvon M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Oct 27, 2025

Rafaela was amazing with my cat and dog! They were both so comfortable and happy when I got home, and she kept me updated with photos and messages while I was away and even made me aware of a beeping noise that was coming from the laundry unit. You can tell Rafaela really cares about animals — my pets were in great hands and I would gladly book Rafaela again!

Profile image
Profile image

Calendar and availability

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
SMTWTFS

Schedule

Available for drop-ins and walks in the evenings and weekends. I live in River Market and work in midtown, so I can be available for some morning or lunchtime needs in those areas. I can house-sit nearby, too.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Rafaela can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me need if there are any special needs your pet has. I’m happy to accommodate any preferences, too (I’ve cared for dogs who need their food microwaved or cats who need to be tricked into taking meds via churu)
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.